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Divine Makeover

Explore 'Divine Makeovers,' a series of portraits from a vibrant festival where devotees don vivid colors to embody revered Goddesses. Since 2013, I've documented this enchanting tradition, offering a glimpse into the radiant transformations that bring the celebration to life.

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World Photo Annual

2024

Honorable Mention

Portrait

Professional

Divine Makeover

Explore 'Divine Makeovers,' a series of portraits from a vibrant festival where devotees don vivid colors to embody revered Goddesses. Since 2013, I've documented this enchanting tradition, offering a glimpse into the radiant transformations that bring the celebration to life.

About Artist

Mahesh Balasubramanian

Mahesh is an Independent Photographer from Chennai, India. His works are published in various international magazines like National Geographic Traveler US, BLUR, Digital Photo UK, Wanderlust UK, Dodho, etc. He has won many international awards like National Geography traveller Photo Contest, 1x, PX3, IPA, Siena Photo Awards, Monovision, Shoottheface etc. Adobe has also chosen one of his photos for Adobe Lightroom as a Splash Screen (startup screen).

Mahesh Balasubramanian

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Portrait, Street, Travel

Location

India

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